Exploring Divine Order

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What is the description of the Prophet's Companions in the Torah?

They are described as warriors

They are described as scholars

They are described as traders

Their marks are on their faces, traced by prostration (correct)

How are the Prophet Muhammad's Companions described in the Gospel?

Like a solid rock

Like a seed that has sprouted its shoot (correct)

Like a flowing river

Like a fully grown tree

What does the word 'shoot' in the verse imply?

The spiritual enlightenment of the Companions

The emergence of a material structure from beneath the surface (correct)

The physical strength of the Companions

The intellectual growth of the Companions

What is the significance of the word 'shat’a' (shoot) in the verse?

The sound of the word resembles the sprouting up of a seed Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Torah and Gospel in describing the Prophet's Companions?

Their spiritual and metaphysical features Signup and view all the answers

What does the parable of 'like a seed' in the Gospel emphasize about the Companions?

Their growth and emergence Signup and view all the answers

What was the emphasis of the parable of the 'growing seed' in the Gospel?

Physical growth and the awe it inspires in disbelievers Signup and view all the answers

What was Jesus' mission according to the text?

To counter a materialistic worldview with spirituality and work miracles Signup and view all the answers

How did Prophet Muhammad adapt truths from previous religions according to the text?

In a balanced way to address all times and places Signup and view all the answers

What did the verse in Sūratu’n-Najm (The Star) describe?

Prophet Muhammad's Ascension and his vision of Divine signs and proofs Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Prophet's observation of Divine manifestations according to the text?

A deep understanding of faith Signup and view all the answers

What was the Prophet's unique ability according to the text?

To perceive and understand the signs and proofs of God's existence and Unity Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of God swearing by various elements in the Qur’ān?

To emphasize the greatness of the Qur’ān and awaken humanity Signup and view all the answers

What is the interpretation of the oath by a star rising and going down in Sūratu’n-Najm?

Referring to the Prophet Muhammad's Ascension Signup and view all the answers

Why is Mount Sinai honored with an oath in the Qur’ān?

Due to its association with Prophet Moses and the revival of a community Signup and view all the answers

What does the oath by the locations of the stars draw attention to?

Their order, harmony, and the guidance they provide to humanity Signup and view all the answers

How are the stars significant to humanity according to the text?

Aiding in navigation and providing guidance through their order and harmony Signup and view all the answers

What is the deep connection between the oaths in the Qur’ān and the subject matter of the verses?

The oaths are related to the themes and messages of the verses Signup and view all the answers

What is the interpretation of the verse 'Indeed, he saw (one or some among) the supreme signs of His Lord' in Sūratu'n-Najm?

Prophet Muhammad saw some of the supreme signs of His Lord Signup and view all the answers

What did Prophet Muhammad's observation during his Ascension allow him to witness?

Divine manifestations and mysteries of creation Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the verse 'He is the Lord of the two easts and the Lord of the two wests'?

Denotes the final two points or limits of east and west, signifying God's Power and bounties Signup and view all the answers

What did Prophet Muhammad hear at the point beyond time and space during his miraculous travel?

The sounds given by the Pen of Destiny Signup and view all the answers

What was the nature of Prophet Muhammad's observation during his Ascension?

Exclusive to his matchless rank and cannot be achieved by anyone else Signup and view all the answers

What do the movements of the earth in the solar system and the sun in the Milky Way remind people of?

God’s Power and bounties Signup and view all the answers

What does the Qur’ān emphasize about the position of the solar system and the universe?

It is the result of countless conditions and their cooperation according to extremely sensitive measures. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the stars' positions according to the text?

They reflect God's quality of ar-Rahmān (the All-Merciful). Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Qur’ān in relation to the comprehension of the universe according to the text?

It enlightens the comprehension of the universe and provides understanding. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Qur’ān enable humans to do according to the text?

Understand and teach the deep meanings and intricacies of the universe. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the exact calculation of the sun and the moon according to the text?

It shows a manifestation of God’s Mercifulness in their formation, functions, and positions. Signup and view all the answers

What does the disposal of the eternally All-Powerful One reflect according to the text?

The universe and the laws of attraction and repulsion between celestial bodies. Signup and view all the answers

What is the behavior of hypocrites and unbelievers according to the text?

They act with rancor and enmity toward believers and never keep back from searching for the ways to satisfy their anger and enmity. Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of hypocrites and unbelievers when they talk about religion and religious life positively?

Deception Signup and view all the answers

How should believers behave towards satanic unbelievers and hypocrites according to the text?

Believers should always be open and frank toward everyone and act with love and affection, taking refuge in God from such people and their evils. Signup and view all the answers

What do hypocrites and unbelievers believe in according to the text?

Might is right, and democracy is only a fantasy or is acceptable only as long as it serves their interests. Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the trust in hypocrites and unbelievers?

Putting trust in such people is disrespect for the feeling of trust. Signup and view all the answers

What is the attitude of hypocrites and unbelievers when they are unable to harm believers?

They act hypocritically, trying to conceal their hatred and enmity behind their deceptive smiles and gentleness and championing democracy. Signup and view all the answers

What does the verse from Sūratu’t-Talaq emphasize?

The difficulty in attaining piety and righteousness in both dimensions Signup and view all the answers

What does the text highlight about human actions?

Even ordinary volitional actions of human beings are ultimately under the control and provision of God Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as a means to be saved from difficulties and rewarded with blessings?

Abstaining from the unlawful, fulfilling obligatory commands, avoiding the dubious, and observing God’s laws of life and creation Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall focus of the text?

The concepts of piety, righteousness, reliance on God, and the examples provided in the Qur’ān for guidance and reflection Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept illustrated by the expression 'a way out (of difficulty)'?

Seeking refuge in God during challenging situations Signup and view all the answers

What does the verse from Sūratu’t-Tahrīm discuss?

The Divine wisdom behind mentioning the wives of the Prophets Noah and Lot in the Qur’ān Signup and view all the answers

What does the Qur'an emphasize about the betrayal of Lot's wife and Noah's wife?

It is mentioned to inspire fear of God and hope for salvation Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the verse 'O. Would that I had power to resist you' in relation to Prophet Lot?

It indicates that Prophet Lot was a foreigner in the community he was sent to Signup and view all the answers

What does the Qur'an describe the jinn's opinion of the Qur'an as?

Extraordinary and strange Signup and view all the answers

What does the Qur'an's impact on the jinn emphasize?

Its universal and extraordinary nature Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Qur'an's impact on beings beyond humankind?

It highlights its universal nature and guiding to truth Signup and view all the answers

What is the view of the jinn who had insight into truths beyond material existence on the Qur'an?

They admired and believed in it Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of revealing Sūratu’d-Duhā during a distressing period for Prophet Muhammad?

To console and strengthen his resolve Signup and view all the answers

What did the Quranic verse Al-A’lā 87:9 emphasize?

The importance of continuously reminding and instructing people Signup and view all the answers

What was the message of reassurance in the verse Ad-Duhā 93:3–4 to Prophet Muhammad?

Each new day and the future would be better than the previous one Signup and view all the answers

What was the warning given in Al-Māedah 5:67?

To fulfill the task of messengership Signup and view all the answers

What did the revelation of Sūratu’d-Duhā serve to do for Prophet Muhammad?

Console and strengthen his resolve Signup and view all the answers

What was emphasized in Al-Qasas 28:56?

Guidance is ultimately in God’s hands Signup and view all the answers

What is the physical appearance of hypocrites as described in the Qur'an?

Impressive outward appearance and posture Signup and view all the answers

How do hypocrites behave towards believers according to the Qur'an?

They are hard-hearted enemies and disguise their ill-intentions Signup and view all the answers

What is the attitude of hypocrites towards sincere actions?

They consider sincere actions as hostile Signup and view all the answers

How does the Qur'an warn believers about hypocrites?

Believers must beware of hypocrites as they can harm at any opportunity Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate fate of hypocrites as warned in the Qur'an?

They are liable to destruction by God Signup and view all the answers

Who are some of the well-dressed and impressive representatives of hypocrisy mentioned in the Qur'an?

‘Abdullah ibn Ubayy ibn Salul, Mughith ibn Qays, and Jad ibn Qays Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Divine Order and Harmony in the Universe

The present position of the solar system and the universe is the result of countless conditions and their cooperation according to extremely sensitive measures.
The cooperation between the earth and sky is maintained by Divine Power, as stated in the Qur’ān.
The stars are in their proper places, with a magnificent and perfect order, accord, and harmony, reflecting God's quality of ar-Rahmān (the All-Merciful).
The Qur’ān enlightens the comprehension of the universe and the instances of wisdom in it, providing understanding and saving from bewilderment and horror.
The Qur’ān helps in comprehending existence and detecting bright tunnels leading to the realms beyond, even through the black holes in the sky.
The All-Merciful God has created humans and taught them speech, enabling them to understand and teach the deep meanings and intricacies of the universe.
"The sun and the moon are by an exact calculation (of the All-Merciful)" (Ar-Rahmān 55:5), showing a manifestation of God’s Mercifulness in their formation, functions, and positions.
The sun and the moon have been placed in locations with such exact, delicate, and precise calculation, displaying a magnificent Will-power.
Divine Mercy has established this order with the most exact calculations, preventing devastation and loss among the objects colliding with each other.
Even though some meteors occasionally fall down to earth, none of them has ever caused a serious problem.
The universe and the laws of attraction and repulsion between celestial bodies reflect the disposal of the eternally All-Powerful One.
The Qur’ān guides in comprehending the meaning of everything in the universe, providing a best pattern and summary of creation.

Characteristics of Hypocrites in the Qur'an

The Qur'an describes the physical and character traits of hypocrites in Sūratu’l-Munāfiqūn (The Hypocrites).
Hypocrites maintain an impressive outward appearance and posture only for effect.
They are articulate and fluent in expressing themselves, charming people with their eloquent speech and writings.
Despite their impressive outward appearance, hypocrites are like wood blocks propped up and draped over in attractive cloaks, with hardened hearts.
Hypocrites assume that every shout is against them, living in continuous zigzags and posing as believers outwardly while their hearts are closed to the truth.
They are hard-hearted enemies of believers and disguise their ill-intentions, making it difficult to know when and how they will act.
Believers must beware of hypocrites as they can harm at any opportunity and often disguise their actions as favors to society.
The leading representatives of hypocrisy in the Age of Happiness were well-dressed and impressive, such as ‘Abdullah ibn Ubayy ibn Salul, Mughith ibn Qays, and Jad ibn Qays.
Hypocrites are addicted to fantasizing, speaking pretentiously, and covering their nonsense with ambiguities and mystifications.
They are adept at deceiving and suspect even the most innocent behavior, considering sincere actions as hostile.
Hypocrites are the most dangerous enemies of believers, and believers should be cautious against them while maintaining honest and upright behavior.
Hypocrites are liable to destruction by God, as warned in the Qur'an.

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Explore the divine order and harmony in the universe through this quiz, which delves into the intricate measures and cooperation that have resulted in the present position of the solar system and the universe. Discover how the Qur’ān sheds light on the comprehension of the universe, the instances of wisdom in it, and the manifestations of God’s Mercifulness in celestial bodies. Gain insight into the role of Divine Power in maintaining the cooperation between the earth and sky, and how the Qur’ān provides understanding